Freelance Comedy Writer
About Us:
Betches Media is the ultimate digital media and lifestyle destination for women. As a pioneer in the humor and entertainment space, we’ve built a powerful platform that connects with over 250M fans across social media, podcasts, web, events, and e-commerce. Our funny, honest, and candid approach resonates with women globally, creating a one-of-a-kind community.
Now as a part of LBG Media, Betches is in an exciting new chapter, leveraging the global reach and innovation of our parent company to push the boundaries of creative media.
This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping the future of Betches Media and propel the brand through its next phase of growth.
Description
Betches Media is seeking a Comedy Writer to collaborate across multiple teams and projects, helping punch up copy, shape concepts, and make everything funnier, sharper, and more distinctly Betches. This role will support editorial, branded, social, video, and tentpole initiatives — from scripts, skits, and brainstorms to web stories and newsletters that turn ideas into stronger, funnier executions.
The ideal candidate is a Betches fan with real comedy experience (writing jokes, scripts, sketches, or humor-driven content), strong writing chops, and a deep understanding of internet and pop culture. You have a clear comedic point of view, a feel for what actually lands right now, and the ability to move fluidly between punchy one-liners, longer scripts, and big-picture concepts.
We’re looking for someone who is collaborative, quick in brainstorms, comfortable revising and elevating existing ideas, and focused on making the work better rather than protecting the first draft.
This role will report into the VP of Editorial and work closely with editors, producers, business leads, and social team members.
Roles & Responsibilities
Punch up and revise copy across platforms, including social copy, short- and long-form video scripts, tentpole materials, branded content, Substack, and web stories
Participate in weekly brainstorms to generate comedy-forward concepts, skits, formats, and ideas
Revise and polish scripts, outlines, copy and decks to ensure clarity, pacing, and maximum comedic impact
Help maintain and evolve the Betches voice across different formats and audiences
Contribute original jokes, bits, and concepts while also improving existing ideas
Stay fluent in pop culture, internet trends, memes, and comedic formats that resonate with Millennial and Gen Z audiences
Qualifications
2+ years of writing experience with a strong focus on comedy (digital media, sketch, scripted, stand-up, branded, or similar)
Proven ability to write and edit humor-driven content across multiple formats, particularly with scripts or concepts for video or social-first formats
Strong collaborative instincts and comfort working in fast-paced brainstorm environments
Deep understanding of internet culture, pop culture, and social platforms
Ability to give and receive feedback and iterate quickly
Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills
Familiarity with the Betches brand voice and humor style
Available to join a few brainstorms per week (in person or remote, as needed)
A can-do, flexible attitude and ability to juggle multiple projects at once
Sketch, improv, or performance background a plus
Compensation
This is a freelance position, estimated at 4–6 hours per week.
Hourly rate: $40 per hour.
Our DEI+ Commitment
At Betches, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that true creativity and knowledge emerge when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and our communities, recognizing that our journey towards excellence is ongoing. Together, we aim to foster an environment where everyone can contribute to and benefit from our shared success.
**We house all active job postings on careers.betches.com or LinkedIn.com, attaching jobs to our official Betches Media Company page. We will never request sensitive personal information via email or during an interview such as Social Security numbers, banking details, or other confidential data. If you receive a communication that seems suspicious or does not follow these guidelines, please do not respond or share personal information. Instead, contact us hr@betches.com.
- Locations
- New York
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Hourly salary
- $40
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